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UW Football Fans Frustrated By Long Lines To Get Into Game
A number of University of Wyoming football fans were frustrated with long lines at War Memorial Stadium for Saturday's home opener. University officials are working to rectify the situation ahead of a major matchup with 20th-ranked University of Utah.
Jackson WalkerSeptember 11, 2025
No Chance Of Tax Hikes On Gaming Companies After Meeting Adjourned Early
After voting against two bills that that would have Wyomingâs gaming companies, two others werenât heard when a legislative committee adjourned early Tuesday. The committeeâs chair, Sen. Tara Nethercott, was visibly frustrated with the lack of movement.
Greg JohnsonSeptember 11, 2025
Game And Fish Wants To Protect Historic 'Path Of The Pronghorn' Migration Route
The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission on Wednesday voted to protect a network of wildlife routes known as the "Path of the Pronghorn" between the Grand Teton area and the Red Desert as a protected migration corridor.
Mark HeinzSeptember 11, 2025
Tom Lubnau:Â Visiting The Quietest Place In New York City
Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "In a city known for its hustle, bustle and noise, the 9/11 Museum is the quietest place in the New York. A visit to the museum will leave you feeling anger, disbelief, admiration and a gut-wrenching understanding of that terrible day."
Tom LubnauSeptember 11, 2025
5-Hour Standoff With Armed Mills Man âResolved,â Sheriffâs Office Reports
A nearly five-hour standoff involving an armed Mills man barricaded in his home has been âresolved,â a Natrona County Sheriffâs Office spokesperson says. How it was âresolvedâ wasnât reported, and an investigation into the incident continues.
Dale KillingbeckSeptember 11, 2025
Wyoming Delegation Applauds Move To Throw Out Public Lands Rule
Wyomingâs federal lawmakers are praising the planned repeal of the BLMâs Public Lands Rule, which was announced Wednesday. They say the 2024 rule threatened to shut off hundreds of thousands of acres from natural resources, grazing and recreation.
Sean BarrySeptember 10, 2025
Gillette Cemetery Board Treasurer Sounds Alarm Over Payouts To Nonprofit Groups
The treasurer for the Campbell County Cemetery District board is sounding an alarm over thousands of dollars being paid out to local nonprofit groups. Others on the board say the district is simply being a good neighbor.
Jackson WalkerSeptember 10, 2025
Man Accused In Big Piney Ambush Says He Had No Idea Friend Was About To Be Killed
A Big Piney man accused of plotting the compound bow ambush death of his 23-year-old friend around Feb. 1 told a judge last week that he had no idea the alleged murder was about to unfold as he walked to his friendâs house that frigid night.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 10, 2025
'Horrified' And 'Devastated': Wyoming Condemns Fatal Shooting Of Charlie Kirk
Wyomingâs congressional delegation and state political leaders are "horrified" and "devastated" by the fatal shooting of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk. Kirk was speaking at an event in Utah on Wednesday when he was shot and killed.
Jackson WalkerSeptember 10, 2025
New And Improved Teton Pass Commute Connects Two Teton Counties In Two States
Teton Counties in Wyoming and Idaho are connected by Teton Pass, a lifeline between the two communities in two states that depend on each other. Having the pass closed for three weeks last year highlighted the need for more transportation options.
David MadisonSeptember 10, 2025
Black Butte Mine Expansion Approved After Years of Federal Delays
The Department of the Interior on Tuesday has approved access to 9.2 million tons of federal coal at the Black Butte mine near Rock Springs. It comes after years of federal delays and allows a return to full-scale mining.
David MadisonSeptember 10, 2025
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Jake NicholsSeptember 10, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Wednesday's headlines include: * Father of Stabbing Victim Sues Mall * Haitian Trucker Takes Stand In His Defense * Confused Moose Chooses Statue As Potential Mate
Wendy CorrSeptember 10, 2025
Haitian Trucker Takes Stand In His Defense: 'Oh My God, What Happened?
Taking the stand on day four of his vehicular homicide trial in Green River, Haitian trucker Saviol Saint Jean said moments after the accident, which killed an EMT, he called to God saying, "Oh my God, oh my God, what happened?"
Clair McFarlandSeptember 10, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Wyoming Is Known Far And Wide For âFirstsâ
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: âFrom the creation of Yellowstone to giving women voting rights, a lot of âfirstsâ occurred here in the lowest populated state in the union over the years.â
Bill SniffinSeptember 10, 2025
Father Of Teen Stabbing Victim Bobby Maher Sues Casper Mall, Target
The father of a 14-year-old stabbing victim from Casper sued Eastridge Mall owners and Target Corp. on Tuesday. He claims his sonâs daytime stabbing may have been stopped had their security not been so sloppy, including nonworking surveillance cameras.
Dale KillingbeckSeptember 10, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Simplifying And Increasing Fairness Of Wyoming Property Tax
Dear editor: The following changes would greatly simplify and increase fairness of Wyoming property tax while establishing a firm, predicable basis for county revenue:
September 10, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Wyoming Could Be Next if Congress Guts Land Plans
Dear editor: When the House voted this summer to erase Bureau of Land Management plans in Montana, North Dakota, and Alaska, many Wyomingites may have looked away.
September 10, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Don't Fool Yourself, Wyoming Has A Gambling Problem
Dear editor: When gambling was legalized in 2020, it was a recipe for disaster. Since then, suicides have spiked â 859 from 2020 to 2025 compared to 577 in the five years before.
September 10, 2025
Wyoming Set For $348M Broadband Expansion, But Some Arenât Sold Theyâll Get It
Count the Parkman Bar and Grill in northern Wyoming among those who aren't sold that a $348 million federal broadband expansion will actually reach rural areas like theirs. Thatâs OK for some, who say theyâre fine without it.
Renée JeanSeptember 09, 2025
Young Male Moose Tries To Mate With A Wooden Moose In Montana
A male moose became infatuated with a life-sized wooden moose standing outside the Roosevelt Center in Red Lodge, Montana, on Monday. He liked the statue so much he tried to mate with it.
Andrew RossiSeptember 09, 2025
Hageman Pushes Forest Service Chief To End Clinton-Era Roadless Rule
Wyoming Republican Rep. Hageman told the U.S. Forest Service chief Tuesday that its past time to end the 2001 President Clinton-era roadless rule. She said the agencyâs own employees warned at that time it would be a disaster.
David MadisonSeptember 09, 2025
Cheyenne Man Accused Of Shooting Teen Playing Game With Guns Pleads Not Guilty
A 21-year-old Cheyenne man pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges that he shot a 16-year-old friend in the head. They allegedly played a game where they would pull loaded guns on each other.
Dale KillingbeckSeptember 09, 2025
Body Recovered 420 Feet Deep In Jackson Lake Likely Kayaker Missing Since 2024
A body thought to be that of a man who went missing in June 2024 after an apparent kayaking accident on Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park was found Sunday, at a depth of 420 feet.
Mark HeinzSeptember 09, 2025